Śambūka and the Rāmāyaṇa Tradition

<p>This book details the developmental history of narratives that affirm condemn modify or ignore the controversial execution of Śambūka a minor Rāmāyaṇa character of low social standing. Changing socio-political sentiments throughout Indian history have forced numerous revisions to the Śambūka story placing it in an underappreciated position of influence.</p>